CPSE 614 - Behavioral Assessment+Intrvntn Fall 2015 Section 001: 341 MCKB on M from 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Instructor/TA Info Instructor Information Name: Terisa Gabrielsen Office Phone: 801-422-5055 Office Hours: Wed, Thu 1:00pm-4:00pm Or By Appointment Email: Terisa_Gabrielsen@byu.edu Course Information NASP s (Downloaded 9/6/2013 from http://www.nasponline.org/standards/practicemodel/domains.aspx) Refer to Schedule for linkage of domains to coursework. Practices That Permeate All Aspects of Service Delivery 1: Data-Based Decision Making and Accountability School psychologists have knowledge of varied models and methods of assessment and data collection for identifying strengths and needs, developing effective services and programs, and measuring progress and outcomes. 2: Consultation and Collaboration School psychologists have knowledge of varied models and strategies of consultation, collaboration, and communication applicable to individuals, families, groups, and systems and methods to promote effective implementation of services. Direct and Indirect Services for Children, Families, and Schools
Student-Level Services 3: Interventions and Instructional Support to Develop Academic Skills School psychologists have knowledge of biological, cultural, and social influences on academic skills; human learning, cognitive, and developmental processes; and evidence-based curricula and instructional strategies. 4: Interventions and Mental Health Services to Develop Social and Life Skills School psychologists have knowledge of biological, cultural, developmental, and social influences on behavior and mental health, behavioral and emotional impacts on learning and life skills, and evidence-based strategies to promote social emotional functioning and mental health. Systems-Level Services 5: School-Wide Practices to Promote Learning School psychologists have knowledge of school and systems structure, organization, and theory; general and special education; technology resources; and evidence-based school practices that promote learning and mental health. 6: Preventive and Responsive Services School psychologists have knowledge of principles and research related to resilience and risk factors in learning and mental health, services in schools and communities to support multitiered prevention, and evidence-based strategies for effective crisis response. 7: Family School Collaboration Services School psychologists have knowledge of principles and research related to family systems, strengths, needs, and culture; evidence-based strategies to support family influences on children s learning and mental health; and strategies to develop collaboration between families and schools. Foundations of School Psychological Service Delivery
8: Diversity in Development and Learning School psychologists have knowledge of individual differences, abilities, disabilities, and other diverse student characteristics; principles and research related to diversity factors for children, families, and schools, including factors related to culture, context, and individual and role difference; and evidencebased strategies to enhance services and address potential influences related to diversity. 9: Research and Program Evaluation School psychologists have knowledge of research design, statistics, measurement, varied data collection and analysis techniques, and program evaluation sufficient for understanding research and interpreting data in applied settings. 10: Legal, Ethical, and Professional Practice School psychologists have knowledge of the history and foundations of school psychology; multiple service models and methods; ethical, legal, and professional standards; and other factors related to professional identity and effective practice as school psychologists. School Psychology PRAXIS competencies Data Based Decision Making and Accountability 1. Problem identification a. Knows interview strategies b. Knows various observational strategies c. Understands appropriate use of background information (e.g. student records, medical records and reports, review of previous interventions, developmental history) d. Understands appropriate use and interpretation of screening measures and methods 2. Assessment and problem analysis
f. Knows appropriate use and interpretation of a functional behavioral assessment i. Knows appropriate use and interpretation of ecological assessment (e.g., classroom, family, community characterstics). j. Knows how to use information and technology resousrces to enhance data collection. k. Understands the use of ongoing data collection to systematically assess the quality and effectiveness of academic, mental health, and system-level services (e.g. intervention design and implementation, progress monitoring, treatment fidelity/integrity, learning outcomes). 3. Knowledge of measurement theory and principles e. Is familiar with personal, social, linguistic, environmental, racial, and cultural factors that may influence assessment procedures. 4. Assessment of special populations c. Is familiar with the assessment of students with low-incidence exceptionalities (e.g., chronic health impairments, severe physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, sensory impairments). Consultation and Collaboration 1. Models and methods of consultation used for planning, implementing, and evaluating academic interventions and mental health services a. Knows to use a problem-solving framework as the basis for all consultation and collaboration activities when planning, implementing, and evaluating academic and mental health services b. Knows the various models of consultation (e.g., behavioral, mental health, instructional, organizational) c. Knows the importance of facilitating communication and collaboration among diverse stakeholders (e.g., school personnel, families, community professionals, etc.) 2. Home/school/community collaboration (student level)
a. Knows strategies for working with a student's family (e.g. building relationships, collaborating on intervention plans, promoting habits such as building healthy lifestyles) b. Knows strategies for working with community agencies/providers to support student's success Direct and Indirect Services for Children, Families, and Schools (Student-level services) A. Interventions and Mental Health Services to Develop Social and Life Skills 1. Primary, secondary, and tertiary preventive strategies a. Is familiar with common classroom organization and management techniques (e.g. time management, classroom rules, physical environment) b. Knows how to conduct individual and small-group programs (e.g., social skills, training, conflict resolution) c. Is familiar with risk factors associated with severe learning and mental health issues and designs appropriate intervention plans to address those issues 2. School-based intervention skills/techniques b. Knows about appropriate intervention techniques for various developmental levels c. Understands applied behavioral analysis and intervention Systems Level Services Preventive and Responsive Services 1. Knows common school/system-wide prevention programs (e.g., promoting safe school environments, positive behavioral support, bullying prevention, school climate assessment, policy development, programs promoting good health) Foundations of School Psychological Service Delivery 1. Recognizes the importance of culture, background, and individual learning characteristics (e.g., age, gender, or gender identity, cognitive capabilities, social-emotional skills, developmental level, race, ethnicity, national origin,
religion, sexual and gender orientation, disability, chronic illness, language, socioeconomic status) when designing and implementing interventions to achieve learning and behavioral outcomes. 2. Knows the importance of working with culture brokers or community liaisons to understand the needs of diverse learners 3. Recognizes the personal biases or biases in others that influence decision making, instruction, behavior, and long-term outcomes for students 4. Recognizes the importance of promoting fairness and social justice in educational programs and services Legal, ethical and professional practice 2. Legal issues related to the practice of school psychology c. Knows the rights of students (e.g., informed consent, confidentiality, least restrictive environment, manifestation determination, seclusion and restraint0 c. Knows the ethical, professional, and legal liability of school psychologists (e.g., malpractice, negligence, supervision, conflict of interest) Best Practices for Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) - NASP Best Practices for Creating Safe and Successful Schools (Available online at: https://www.nasponline.org/schoolsafetyframework) 1 Fully integrate learning supports (e.g., behavioral, mental health, and social services), instruction, and school management within a comprehensive, cohesive approach that facilitates multidisciplinary collaboration. 2 Implement a MTSS that encompasses prevention, wellness promotion, and interventions that increase with intensity based on student need, and promote close school community collaboration. 3 Improve access to school-based mental health supports by ensuring adequate staffing levels in terms of school-employed mental health professionals who are trained to infuse prevention and intervention services into the learning process and to help integrate services provided through school community partnerships into existing school initiatives.
4 Integrate ongoing positive climate and safety efforts with crisis prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery to ensure that crisistraining and plans (a) are relevant to the school context, (b) reinforce learning, (c) make maximum use of existing staff resources, (d) facilitate effective threat assessment, and (d) are consistently reviewed and practiced. 5 Balance physical and psychological safety to avoid overly restrictive measures (e.g., armed guards and metal detectors) that canundermine the learning environment and instead combine reasonable physical security measures (e.g., locked doors and monitored public spaces) with efforts to enhance school climate, build trusting relationships, and encourage students and adults to report potential threats. If a school determines the need for armed security, properly trained school resource officers (SROs) are the only school personnel of any type who should be armed. 6 Employ effective, positive school discipline that (a) functions in concert with efforts to address school safety and climate; (b) isnotsimply punitive (e.g., zero tolerance); (c) is clear, consistent, and equitable; and (d) reinforces positive behaviors. Using security personnel or SROs primarily as a substitute for effective discipline policies does not contribute to school safety and can perpetuate the school-to-prison pipeline. (For further information with regards to school-to-prison pipeline refer to Discipline Procedures section of this document.) 7 Consider the context of each school and LEA and provide services that are most needed, appropriate, and culturally sensitive to a school s unique student populations and learning communities. 8 Acknowledge that sustainable and effective change takes time, and that individual schools will vary in their readiness to implement improvements and should be afforded the time and resources to sustain change over time. Reporting Suspected Child Abuse
Reporting Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline 1-855-323-3237 (DCFS) Toll free number in Utah: 1-800-678-9399 Based on current Utah law, all individuals including school employees who know or reasonably believe or suspect that a child has been neglected, or physically or sexually abused, must immediately notify the nearest police officer, law enforcement agency, or Department of Child and Family Protective Services (DCFS). Reporting suspected abuse/neglect to a principal, supervisor, school nurse or school psychologist does not satisfy the school employee's personal duty to report to law enforcement or DCFS. All reports to the Utah Division of Child and Family Services remain strictly confidential. Any person making a report in good faith is immune from liability. Once a report is received, the case is assigned a priority depending on the seriousness of the abuse and the danger to the child. It is not the responsibility of those reporting suspected abuse to personally investigate or prove abuse/neglect. It is not the responsibility of the person who is reporting the suspected abuse/neglect to determine whether the child is in need of protection. Investigations are the responsibility of the DCFS and local police. During an investigation, school personnel must allow appropriate access to student records; must not make contact with parents/legal guardians of children being questioned by DCFS or local law enforcement; must cooperate with ongoing investigations; and must maintain appropriate confidentiality. Failure to report suspected child abuse constitutes a class "B" misdemeanor and is punishable by up to six months in jail and/or a $1,000 fine. For more specific information, refer to the following Internet link which offers a two-page handout for Utah educators. This information lists indicators of abuse. http://www.preventchildabuseutah.org/cmsdocuments/reportingabuse_educato rs.pdf As a program, we expect our school psychology students to follow these guidelines. As challenging situations arise, seek support and guidance from field-based supervisors and department faculty. School psychology students are
required to keep current with state law and when working outside of Utah, to be familiar with that specific state s law. Class Schedule The class schedule is subject to change. You will be notified of any changes in advance through Learning Suite and by announcements in class. If any changes to the syllabus are necessary, you will also be notified by email to document the change. You will be asked to reply to the email to acknowledge receipt of the change informaion. Description This course is designed to prepare pre-service school psychologists, special education teachers, regular education teachers and others (with no prior formal behavioral training) who work with children and developmentally disabled adults to perform competent functional behavior assessments and evidence-based behavioral intervention plans in practicum and other applied settings at a level commensurate with first year, basic training for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Materials Item Price (new) Price (used) APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS 2E Required by COOPER, J 165.80 124.35
FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT PROG DEV PROBLEM BEHAVIOR 3E Required by O'NEILL, R 165.00 123.75 Prerequisites There are no formal prerequisites for this course. It is a graduate level course that may be taken by undergraduate students with permission from Dr. Gabrielsen and the student's major advisor. Undergraduate courses in behavior are offered through CPSE department. Learning Outcomes Oucomes demonstrating mastery of CPSE 614 course objectives include the following: (a) FBA a formal written functional behavior assessment (b) BIP a formal written behavioral intervention plan with an update report addressing the effects of the BIP Reports must present data demonstrating the impact, or lack thereof, of the chosen BIP. (c) Final FBA/BIP Project Report a comprehensive written report of the FBA/BIP project, including data gathered, summarized, and interpreted Students prepare a final report that includes a classroom presentation of the FBA/BIP project. The course focuses on two areas: 1- functional assessment of behavior (FBA) using interviews and behavioral observations (Why is it happening?) and 2- using assessment data to develop and monitor a behavior intervention plan (BIP) in school settings (What can I do about it?). Students will develop an understanding of how and why problem behaviors occur, basic assessment strategies and a practical repertoire of specific strategies designed to address
the management of common and atypical, social and emotional maladaptive behaviors. Grading Scale Grades Percent A 93% A- 90% B+ 87% B 83% B- 80% C+ 77% C 73% C- 70% D+ 67% D 63% D- 60% E 0% Participation Policy Participation in this course will require you to bring behavioral case questions to the class discussion. The majority of these contributions will come from students in schools, but behavioral case questions from other settings are also important for you to bring to the group discussion. Your input and questions are are integral to the learning process. The behavioral assessment process is heavily dependent on asking questions, so your learning and development will be contingent on your questions and participation in class. Your verbal input in class discussion is an important part of formative evaluation of your learning and competency. Grading Policy Grading of each assignment will be based on the demonstrated competency of the stated learning objectives. Professionalism in presentation of oral and written material is always among the competency criteria. Items that are turned
in for feedback only will be graded on completion, not quality. Items turned in for final grading will be graded on all criteria listed in the assignment according to the level of professionalism and competency demonstrated. It is expected that work completed in the early weeks of the course will demonstrate a lower level of competency than work completed at the end of the course. This means that grades in earlier assignments will likely be lower and will increase as students gain competencies and professionalism. I will give you opportunities to review your preparation and give feedback on assignments that carry the most weight on your grade (exams and end-of-semester projects and papers) if they are turned in at least a week prior to the deadline. Attendance Policy The course will involve several observation and participation experiences outside of the regular classroom setting. These will be scheduled within the scheduled class time, and transportation to sites beyond walking distance from campus will be arranged with other class members in advance. Attendance at these field based learning sessions is expected on the same basis as attendance in the classroom. Missing any sessions will reduce your ability to meet the competency standards and expectations of the course. Classroom Procedures The behavioral nature of this course requires that our own behavior be examined from time to time. We will discuss videos and readings assigned outside of class and participate in demonstrations of behavioral interventions during class. Your participation in these in-class activities is expected to elicit disagreement and the need for more in-depth discussion from time to time. These occasions are very important to your learning and mastery of the course objectives. It is critical that all discussions and disagreements be conducted with mutual respect for the instructor and fellow classmates. Failure to maintain this atmosphere of respect will impair your own learning and that of others.
Study Habits The texts for this course vary in difficulty, but all are critical to your understanding and mastery of course objectives and competencies. YOU CANNOT BE AN EFFECTIVE CLINICIAN OR TEACHER WITHOUT MASTERY OF BEHAVIORAL THEORY. It is therefore very important that you complete assigned readings and videos. Questions from the readings will be asked in each class session. If keeping to a consistent study schedule is difficult for you, consult with Dr. Gabrielsen about a personalized behavioral plan to help you keep up with the reading and illustrate behavioral principles in an applied situation. Teaching Philosophy This course is taught as if all students are preparing for the BCBA exam and/or a doctoral level of study. Although the majority of students are not in either of these categories, all students who take this course do so with the intention of intervening for behavioral change in students or clients. Because behavioral techniques are very powerful, partial mastery or omitting advanced theories are not ethical courses of action in training. Although the cases you choose to work on are intended to be simplified to match your status as a novice at behavioral assessment and intervention, most real life cases are complex. Seek consultation from field supervisors and Dr. Gabrielsen to ensure that you are appyling what you have learned effectively and according to behavioral principles. Your grade is not the most important outcome from this class. Your ability to competently apply behavioral theory to best practices of assessment and intervetion in behavior are the important outcomes. HBLL Course Reserve Readings Any course readings that are not in the text, freely available on the Internet, or available through HBLL will be placed on course reserves. In these cases, you will be given information on how to access course reserves. HBLL Course Reserve Readings
password is gab614 BCBA Competencies The Cooper/Heron text, Applied Behavior Analysis contains a listing of all of the BCBA competencies to prepare for board certification. Please refer to the front and back fly leaves of your text and the listing of competencies listed in each chapter. APA Guidelines Please refer to Learning Suite (Content: APA GUidelines) for the following statements and reports issued by the APA regarding testing and assessment: Committee on Psychological Tests and Assessment, American Psychological Association. (2007) Recent Developments Affecting the Disclosure of Test Data and Materials: Comments Regarding the 1996 Statement on the Disclosure of Test Data. Author. Assignments Assignment Descriptions Restraint and Seclusion Video Due: Monday, Aug 31 at 11:59 pm Watch the Restraint and Seclusion video posted under "Content" Observations in Kindergarten and Pre-School Due: Monday, Sep 21 at 11:59 pm Write a one paragraph summary of your observations in the BYU Kindergarten and Pre-school. The Kindergarten observation is to be written up as observation of on-task behaviors with specific data regarding the target student, the peers, and a description of how the observation was made. on-task and off-
task rates should be reported separately for each observation, and beahviors should be defined. You should also describe the conditions of the observation (behind a mirror, in the room, on video, etc.) The ABC observations (pre-school or kindergarten recess) are to be written up as narrative of behaviors with summaries or patterns observed in behaviors and their antecedents and consequences. If all behavior is similar, summarize. If there are distinctly different behaviors, discuss them separately. identify the Antecedents, Behaviors, and Consequences explicitly. LRBI Intervention Categories Due: Monday, Sep 21 at 11:59 pm Choose one of the intervention categories listed on Digital Dialog to present in class. You will be asked to role play with another student. Your role is the school psychologist, the other student will play the role of a teacher or parent. Your assignment is to explain why the intervention category was selected as having the best evidence base for the problem at hand and give three examples (including explanations and demonstrations) of interventions within this category (See LRBI manual in Content:Utah State Office of Education). Sign up will be on the Digital DIalog to avoid duplication of topics. Parent Consent Form Due: Monday, Sep 28 at 11:59 pm Functional Behavioral Assessment Due: Monday, Oct 05 at 11:59 pm Turn in your preliminary data and interpretation of the Functional Behavior Assessment (including interview and observation data) for feedback. Use the formats discussed in class and illustrated in the O'Neill text. Education Revolution at Somersworth HS
Due: Monday, Oct 05 at 11:59 pm Watch this 13 minute video about PBIS in a New Hampshire High School. If you would like to see more, there is a larger project called Who Cares About Kelsey (WCAK) with multiple excerpts on Vimeo under Dan Habib as the filmmaker. http://vimeo.com/43931632 Behavioral Intervention Plan Due: Monday, Oct 19 at 11:59 pm Using the data from your FBA and literature review, create Behavioral Intervention Plan prior to implementing the intervention. If you are in a practicum setting, consult with your practicum supervisor on the plan prior to turning it in. Mid Term Exam Due: Monday, Nov 02 at 11:59 am Exam covering LRBI guidelines (all interventions) and ABA readings. Progress Monitoring Data Due Due: Monday, Nov 02 at 11:59 pm Turn in a graph with your baseline data and the first few progress monitoring data. Race to Nowhere Due: Monday, Nov 09 at 11:59 pm Behavioral Case Study Due: Monday, Nov 30 at 11:59 pm
The project will be avaluated accoring to the NASP case study rubric. YOU MUST ATTACH YOUR OWN EVALUATION OF YOUR CASE ACCORDING TO THE RUBRIC AT THE END OF YOUR CASE STUDY. COPY AND PASTE THE RUBRIC TABLE AS THE LAST FEW PAGES OF YOUR CASE AND ENTER YOUR OWN COMMENTS ON HOW WELL YOU DID ACCORING TO EACH CATEGORY. Required : 3 baseline data points FBA (you turn this in prior to the case study, but must detail the results in your case study) BIP (you turn this in prior to the case study, but must detail the plan in your case study) Minimum of 6 data points after implementation of the BIP has begun. 3 Follow Up data points after the behavioral goal was acheived to determine maintenance. Case presentation in class discussion (dates may vary) Due: Monday, Nov 30 at 11:59 pm This can be done at any time during the semester. Informal case presentations based on practicum experiences. Presentation of Evidence-Based Intervention Research Due: Monday, Dec 07 at 11:59 pm 10 minute presentation of your review of literature on your selected intervention topic. This may be the same as your LRBI presentation/role play. Report topic of literature review
Due: Thursday, Dec 10 at 11:59 pm Based on your FBA, choose a topic to research that may provide you with ideas for intervention for your case study. Report the topic and provide at least 3 references to articles providing evidence of effectiveness to Dr. Gabrielsen for feedback. URLEND seminar attendance Due: Thursday, Dec 10 at 11:59 pm You will earn 1 extra credit point for each hour of seminar attendance. Seminars are broadcast from the University of Utah every Friday between noon and 4 pm in the VideoConferencing Room on the 4 th floor of HBLL. URLEND is an interdisciplinary training program from professionals who help children with special health care needs. For more information, please see the website at www.urlend.org. BYU is one of several sites in URLEND, which covers the 5 state area of Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, and North Dakota. Seminars are broadcast to each of the sites. The Seminar schedule is in the Content section for you to preview. I will be at each seminar and will take attendance and record your extra credit points. Review of Evidence Based Intervention Due: Thursday, Dec 10 at 11:59 pm Review the literature on a single behavioral intervention. The populations studied in these research papers should be between birth to age 21. Select 3-5 papers showing evidence of effectiveness (or ineffectiveness). Use the guidelines for strength of evidence (found in Content: Evaluation Criteria -- medical and behavioral guidelines given) to select the papers with the highest level of evidence. Publication dates should be within the last 10 years (2003-2013).
Based on your review of the literature for this INTERVENTION (do not choose a condition or behavior), write a review of the selected papers and evaluate the level of evidence presented. Your review should address the target population (if applicable), target behavior(s), rationale for the intervention, key components of the intervention, outcome measures used to evaluate effectiveness, and cautions associated with the use of the intervention. You should also clearly tie your selected intervention and its effectiveness or lack thereof to behavioral principles. Attach the original articles to your paper. Use APA format. Intro/Methods/Discussion/Results (IMDR) organization. Length: 10-15 pages. Final Exam Due: Wednesday, Dec 16 at 11:59 pm Applied behavioral principles (ABA text) and evidence based interventions University Policies Honor Code In keeping with the principles of the BYU Honor Code, students are expected to be honest in all of their academic work. Academic honesty means, most fundamentally, that any work you present as your own must in fact be your own work and not that of another. Violations of this principle may result in a failing grade in the course and additional disciplinary action by the university. Students are also expected to adhere to the Dress and Grooming Standards. Adherence demonstrates respect for yourself and others and ensures an effective learning and working environment. It is the university's expectation, and every instructor's expectation in class, that each student will abide by all Honor Code standards. Please call the Honor Code Office at 422-2847 if you have questions about those standards.
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The first injunction of the Honor Code is the call to "be honest." Students come to the university not only to improve their minds, gain knowledge, and develop skills that will assist them in their life's work, but also to build character. "President David O. McKay taught that character is the highest aim of education" (The Aims of a BYU Education, p.6). It is the purpose of the BYU Academic Honesty Policy to assist in fulfilling that aim. BYU students should seek to be totally honest in their dealings with others. They should complete their own work and be evaluated based upon that work. They should avoid academic dishonesty and misconduct in all its forms, including but not limited to plagiarism, fabrication or falsification, cheating, and other academic misconduct. Plagiarism Intentional plagiarism is a form of intellectual theft that violates widely recognized principles of academic integrity as well as the Honor Code. Such plagiarism may subject the student to appropriate disciplinary action administered through the university Honor Code Office, in addition to academic sanctions that may be applied by an instructor. Inadvertent plagiarism, which may not be a violation of the Honor Code, is nevertheless a form of intellectual carelessness that is unacceptable in the academic community. Plagiarism of any kind is completely contrary to the established practices of higher education where all members of the university are expected to acknowledge the original intellectual work of others that is included in their own work. In some cases, plagiarism may also involve violations of copyright law. Intentional Plagiarism- Intentional plagiarism is the deliberate act of representing the words, ideas, or data of another as one's own without providing proper attribution to the author through quotation, reference, or footnote. Inadvertent Plagiarism-Inadvertent plagiarism involves the inappropriate, but non-deliberate, use of another's words, ideas, or data without proper attribution. Inadvertent plagiarism usually results from an ignorant failure to follow established rules for documenting sources or from simply not being sufficiently careful in research and writing. Although not a violation of the Honor Code, inadvertent plagiarism is a form of academic misconduct for which an instructor can impose appropriate academic sanctions. Students who are in doubt as to whether they are providing proper
attribution have the responsibility to consult with their instructor and obtain guidance. Examples of plagiarism include: Direct Plagiarism-The verbatim copying of an original source without acknowledging the source. Paraphrased Plagiarism-The paraphrasing, without acknowledgement, of ideas from another that the reader might mistake for the author's own. Plagiarism Mosaic-The borrowing of words, ideas, or data from an original source and blending this original material with one's own without acknowledging the source. Insufficient Acknowledgement-The partial or incomplete attribution of words, ideas, or data from an original source. Plagiarism may occur with respect to unpublished as well as published material. Copying another student's work and submitting it as one's own individual work without proper attribution is a serious form of plagiarism. Deliberation Guidelines To facilitate productive and open discussions about sensitive topics about which there are differing opinions, members of the BYU community should: (1) Remember that we are each responsible for enabling a productive, respectful dialogue. (2)To enable time for everyone to speak, strive to be concise with your thoughts. (3) Respect all speakers by listening actively. (4) Treat others with the respect that you would like them to treat you with, regardless of your differences. (5) Do not interrupt others. (6) Always try to understand what is being said before you respond. (7) Ask for clarification instead of making assumptions. (8) When countering an idea, or making one initially, demonstrate that you are listening to what is being said by others. Try to validate other positions as you assert your own, which aids in dialogue, versus attack. (9) Under no circumstances should an argument continue out of the classroom when someone does not want it to. Extending these conversations beyond class can be productive, but we must agree to do so respectfully, ethically, and with attention to individuals' requests for confidentiality and discretion. (10) Remember that exposing yourself to different perspectives helps you to evaluate your own beliefs more clearly and learn new information. (11) Remember that just because you do not agree with a person's statements, it does not mean that you cannot get along with that person. (12) Speak with your
professor privately if you feel that the classroom environment has become hostile, biased, or intimidating. Adapted from the Deliberation Guidelines published by The Center for Democratic Deliberation. (http://cdd.la.psu.edu/education/the%20cdd%20deliberation%20guidelines.p df/view?searchterm=deliberation%20guidelines) Respectful Environment "Sadly, from time to time, we do hear reports of those who are at best insensitive and at worst insulting in their comments to and about others... We hear derogatory and sometimes even defamatory comments about those with different political, athletic, or ethnic views or experiences. Such behavior is completely out of place at BYU, and I enlist the aid of all to monitor carefully and, if necessary, correct any such that might occur here, however inadvertent or unintentional. "I worry particularly about demeaning comments made about the career or major choices of women or men either directly or about members of the BYU community generally. We must remember that personal agency is a fundamental principle and that none of us has the right or option to criticize the lawful choices of another." President Cecil O. Samuelson, Annual University Conference, August 24, 2010 "Occasionally, we... hear reports that our female faculty feel disrespected, especially by students, for choosing to work at BYU, even though each one has been approved by the BYU Board of Trustees. Brothers and sisters, these things ought not to be. Not here. Not at a university that shares a constitution with the School of the Prophets." Vice President John S. Tanner, Annual University Conference, August 24, 2010 Child Abuse Reporting Reporting Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline 1-855-323-3237 (DCFS) Toll free number in Utah: 1-800-678-9399 Based on current Utah law, all individuals including school employees who know or reasonably believe or suspect that a child has been neglected, or physically or sexually abused, must immediately notify the nearest police officer,
law enforcement agency, or Department of Child and Family Protective Services (DCFS). Reporting suspected abuse/neglect to a principal, supervisor, school nurse or school psychologist does not satisfy the school employee's personal duty to report to law enforcement or DCFS. All reports to the Utah Division of Child and Family Services remain strictly confidential. Any person making a report in good faith is immune from liability. Once a report is received, the case is assigned a priority depending on the seriousness of the abuse and the danger to the child. It is not the responsibility of those reporting suspected abuse to personally investigate or prove abuse/neglect. It is not the responsibility of the person who is reporting the suspected abuse/neglect to determine whether the child is in need of protection. Investigations are the responsibility of the DCFS and local police. During an investigation, school personnel must allow appropriate access to student records; must not make contact with parents/legal guardians of children being questioned by DCFS or local law enforcement; must cooperate with ongoing investigations; and must maintain appropriate confidentiality. Failure to report suspected child abuse constitutes a class "B" misdemeanor and is punishable by up to six months in jail and/or a $1,000 fine. For more specific information, refer to the following Internet link which offers a two-page handout for Utah educators. This information lists indicators of abuse. http://www.preventchildabuseutah.org/cmsdocuments/reportingabuse_educato rs.pdf As a program, we expect our school psychology students to follow these guidelines. As challenging situations arise, seek support and guidance from field-based supervisors and department faculty. School psychology students are required to keep current with state law and when working outside of Utah, to be familiar with that specific state s law.
Schedule Date Column 1 Column 2 Notes M Aug 31 First Day of Class Watch Restraint 8: Monday and Seclusion Diversity Overview of behavioral change with children and adolescents (Barkley) under Content and Videos 10: Ethical and Legal READINGS MAY THIS SCHEDULE IS TENTATIVE. DISCUSSIO N TOPICS MAY CHANGE BE ADDED OR ASSIGNED TO DIFFERENT WEEKS ACCORDING TO DISCUSSION TOPIC CHANGES. ALL CHANGES WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON LEARNING SUITE AND IN CLASS IN ADVANCE. ABA Cooper text Read Chap 3 & 4 Selecting and Defining Target Behaviors and Measuring Behavior
O'Neill Chap. 1 & 2 Introduction and Functional Assessment and Analysis Strategies M Sep 07 Labor Day Holiday Monday F Sep 11 Extra Credit - CCBD September flyer Friday Conference, Living Planet CCBD.pdf Downloa Aquarium, Draper, UT d Register and attend this conference, then give the class a 10-minute presentation on what you learned for 25 points extra credit M Sep 14 Observation in ABA Cooper Text 1: Monday Kindergarten -- Chap. 24 Functional Data JFSB. Meet in JFSB Behavior 1086. Bring at least 2 copies of each of the observation forms (ABC observation and Behavioral Observation forms) and a clipboard if Assessment ABA Cooper Chap 29 Ethical Considerations 10: Ethical and Legal you have one. LRBI manual Ethical considerations in behavioral assessment and intervention Emergency procedures, page 57-61 and page
111-113. Good Classroom Management (LRBI manual pages 27-37) M Sep 21 Functions of Behavior ABA Cooper text Monday Chap. 5 & 4: Intervention Come early (at noon) to 6 Improving and s (with effect consult on your behavior Assessing the on 3: cases if you can. I will be Qualtiy of Academic doing this for the next 3 Behvavioral Interventions) weeks. Measurement and Constructing and Interpreting Graphic Displays of 1: Data Behavioral Data O'Neill Chap. 3 LInking the Function of the Behavior to the Intervention M Sep 28 Antecedent Control ABA Cooper Chap. Monday 16 & 17 Motivating 4: Intervention I need to leave class early Operations and s (with effect today (about 2:45). I will Stimulus Control on 3: be in Room 341 as soon Academic as the LIfespan Class is out that day to consult on your behavior cases. If 2 Articles on Setting Events Interventions)
you are on campus early, (Content:Articles) please come in and talk about your cases with me. Th Oct 01 Extra Credit Opportunity Guest Speaker, As some of Thursday Don Deschler. Two you know on opportunities to October 1st Dr. earn extra Don Deshler credit. You can will be visiting earn 10 points for our department each of the two and giving lectures you are some able to attend. Just lectures. He write me an email will be meeting with a one with Faculty paragraph summary and advanced of what you learned. grad students -T from 11-12:30 in MCKB 185. The topic he will be discussing is building a culture of scholarship. H e will also be talking about adolescent literacy to undergrad students, faculty and currently
practicing teachers from 4-5 in rm 2258 of the conference center. Please put this on your calendars and attend if possible. Also please spread the word to any educators you work with. M Oct 05 Discuss Behavioral Case Read A Monday Studies Conversation with 4: Intervention Alfie Kohn and Paul s (with effect Discussion of Kohn's views on reinforcement and counterpoint by Chance Chance's Sticking Up for Rewards, both available in the Content section under "Behavior on 3: Academic Interventions) Controversies." I will be available in the classroom starting at 12 to consult on your behavior cases. O'Neill Chap. 4 Building Behavior Support Plans M Oct 12 Positive and Negative ABA Cooper Chap. Monday Reinforcement 12 Negative 2: Consultatio Reinforcement n and Collaboration
ABA Cooper text Chap. 11 Positive Reinforcement Watch Education Revolution video (under Content: Videos) 4: Intervention s (with effect on 3: Academic Interventions) 5: School wide 6: Preventative and Responsive 7: Family Collaboation 8: Diversity 10: Ethical and Legal M Oct 19 Schedules of ABA Cooper Chap. Monday Reinforcement 13 Schedules of 4: Intervention Reinforcement s (with effect Review for Midterm O'Neill Chap. 5 Writing Behavior on 3: Academic Interventions) Support Plans
M Oct 26 Single Subject Design and ABA Cooper Chap. Monday Progress Monitoring 7-10 Analyzing 2: Consultatio Behavior n and Review for Midterm Change: Basic Assumptions and Collaboration Strategies, Reversal and Alternatiing Treatments Designs, and Multiple Baseline and Changing Criterion Designs 4: Intervention s (with effect on 3: Academic Interventions) 8: Diversity 10: Ethical and Legal M Nov 02 Sleep Behavioral Medicine Turn in progress 1: Monday monitoring data, Data Midterm closes when class begins. including baseline data collection. 4: Intervention Select one adult s (with effect sleep and one child on 3: sleep resource to Academic read or watch (see Interventions) Sleep Behavioral Medicine under Content) -- Acculumate at least 90 minutes of video
and 90 minutes of reading. ONe of the films is on Netflix, so let me know if you don't have a Netflix account. M Nov 09 Withdraw Deadline (Full ABA Cooper Chap Monday Semester) 21-23 Extinction, 4: Intervention Differential s (with effect Punishment Reinforcement, and on 3: Antecedent Academic Alternatives to Punishment Interventions Interventions) ABA Cooper Chap. 14-15 Punishment 5: School wide by Stimulus 6: Presentation and Preventative Punishment by and Removal of a Responsive Stimulus 7: Family Collaboation M Nov 16 VIsit to SPED or Spectrum Monday Academy classrooms -- 2: Consultatio No Class on campus n and Collaboration M Nov 23 Behavioral Change ABA Cooper Chap Monday 18-20 Imitation, 2: Consultatio Shaping, and n and Chaining Collaboration
4: Intervention s (with effect on 3: Academic Interventions) 5: School wide 6: Preventative and Responsive 7: Family Collaboation M Nov 30 Contingency Interventions ABA Cooper Chap. 1: Monday and Self-Monitoring 26-27 Contingency Data Contracting, Token Presentations of Lit Review Intervention and Cases Economy, and Group Contingencies 2: Consultatio n and Collaboration 6: Preventative and Responsive
7: Family Collaboation 8: Diversity 9: Research and Program Eval. 10: Ethical and Legal M Dec 07 Generalization ABA Cooper Chap. 1: Monday 28 Generalization Data ABA and Autism and Maintenance of Behavior Change Presentations of Lit Review Intervention and Cases 4: Intervention s (with effect on 3: Academic Interventions) 8: Diversity 9: Research and Program Eval. 10: Ethical and Legal Th Dec 10 Last Day of Fall Semester
Thursday (08/31/2015-12/10/2015) Final Exam: 341 MCKB 2:30pm - 5:30pm If we do not finish presentations Dec. 8, we will finish the remainders of presentations during this time. F Dec 11 Friday M Dec 14 Monday T Dec 15 Tuesday First Day of Fall Exam Preparation (12/11/2015-12/12/2015) First Day of Fall Final Exams (12/14/2015-12/18/2015) Final Exam: 341 MCKB 2:30pm - 5:30pm W Dec 16 Wednesda y